Ventilation is necessary for indoor air quality

I just love it when I can have all of the windows of the house open.

It’s such a relief to shut off the furnace and air conditioner and simply enjoy a fresh breeze.

It helps to air out the house and get rid of that stuffy feeling. I know that natural ventilation is vital to indoor air quality. Because of the weather extremes in my local area, open windows are rarely possible. It’s necessary to rely on either heating or cooling for comfort for the majority of the year. To ensure energy efficiency, save money and minimize impact on the environment, it’s important to seal the house against any influx of outdoor air. We need to prevent the heated/cooled air from leaking out and the outdoor, unconditioned air from coming in. I’ve focused heavily on insulation, weatherstripping and caulking. I’ve installed new windows and exterior doors in order to reduce the workload of the furnace and air conditioner. A tightly sealed home is great for monthly utility bills but not so wonderful for indoor air quality. Contaminants such as dust, bacteria, pollen and dander get trapped inside. There’s constant concerns with either a lack of or excess humidity. One of the most effective solutions is the installation of a ventilation system. The ventilator is similar to opening a window but with none of the energy losses. It works to introduce fresh air into the home and expel stale air. I chose a heat recovery ventilator that uses the outgoing air to preheat the incoming air. It lessens the workload of the furnace. The ventilator also helps to get rid of humidity in the summer and decreases the chance of overly dry air in the winter.

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